2026 National TSA Conference - Conference Program - Unity Through Community

Sep 18, 2026

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2026 National TSA Conference program for June 22–26, 2026 at Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in National Harbor, Maryland. Includes an agenda structure with welcome remarks, general information such as information desk and TSA store hours, and guidance on conference t-shirts and ribbon fulfillment rules. Provides conference-wide sections covering general sessions, dress code and conduct, competitive event requirements, leadership workshops, special interest sessions, delegation meetings, check-in schedules, and venue maps and floorplans for navigation.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryResearch & Report

FormatPDF

Pages61

Reading Time2 h 34 min

AccessFree to download

Welcome

Conference Theme and Officer Message

General Information

Information Desk

TSA Store and T-shirts

Ribbons and Lost & Found

General Sessions

Dress Code

Code of Conduct

Competitive Event Information

Competition Requirements

Semifinalists and Finalists

Leadership Training Workshops

Special Interest Sessions

State Delegation Meetings

Competitive Events Schedule

HS and MS Schedules

TEAMS Event Schedule

Program of Activities

Spectator Events

Venue Maps and Wayfinding

Convention Center Map and Floorplans

Hotel Wayfinding App

2026 NATIONAL TSA CONFERENCE June 22 – 26, 2026 Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center National Harbor, MD “Unity Through Community” CONFERENCE PROGRAM \#TSAunite 2026 National TSA Conference Conference Program Table of Contents Welcome, National TSA President .................... 3 General Information ................................. 4 Conference App ..................................... 4 Advisor Update Meetings ............................. 5 2026 National Conference Team ...................... 5 TSA Meet and Greet .................................. 5 TSA Pin Exchange .................................... 5 Emergency/Security Information ..................... 6 Bus/Shuttle Transportation Information .............. 7 General Sessions .................................... 8 Dress Code .......................................... 9 Code of Conduct .................................... 10 Competitive Event Information ...................... 11 Competition Requirements ......................... 11 Semifinalists and Finalists ........................... 11 2026-2027 National TSA Officer Candidates .......... 12 2025-2026 Gold Achievement Awards ................ 14 2025-2026 Special Award Recipients ................. 18 2025-2026 NTHS/TSA Scholarship Recipients ........ 18 2025-2026 State Superlative Membership Awards .... 18 2025-2026 Forward to Fifty Recognition .............. 18 2025-2026 Chapter Membership Milestones .......... 19 2025-2026 TSA Chapter Advisor of the Year Awards ...23 2025-2026 American Red Cross Awards ..............24 2026 TSA Years of Service Awards .................... 24 Leadership Training Workshops ..................... 25 Special Interest Sessions ............................ 26 State Delegation Meetings ........................... 28 State Delegation Photo Schedule .................... 29 Competitive Events Check-in Schedule ..............30 Competitive Events Project Pick-up Schedule ........31 Competitive Events Schedule – HS ..................32 Competitive Events Schedule – MS ..................38 TEAMS Event Schedule ..............................43 Program of Activities ................................ 44 Spectator Events .................................... 53 Gaylord National Convention Center Map ............54 Gaylord National Convention Center Floorplans ......55 Gaylord Hotel Wayfinding App ....................... 60 2027 National TSA Conference ....................... 61 2025-2026 National TSA Officers PRESIDENT Sen Yakandawala Rock Canyon HighSchool Littleton, Colorado SECRETARY Veronica Gao Timpview HighSchool Provo, Utah REPORTER Rebecca Mogga Antioch High School Antioch, Tennessee VICE PRESIDENT Lizzie Grounds BrokenArrow HighSchool BrokenArrow, Oklahoma TREASURER Avni Patel Thomas Jefferson HighSchool for Science and Technology Alexandria, Virginia SERGEANT-AT-ARMS Daniel Blackburn Lakewood HighSchool Lakewood, Colorado 2026 National TSA Conference • Conference Program 2 Welcome to the 2026 National TSA Conference Welcome TSA Members, On behalf of the 2025–2026 National TSA Officer Team, it is my honor and privilege to welcome you to the 48th National TSA Conference! We are thrilled to gather with you in Washington, D . C . , a city rich in history, innovation, and iconic landmarks such as the White House, the U . S . Capitol, and a plethora of national monuments and museums . Take in every moment, every sight, and every experience this week has to offer This year’s conference theme,“Unity Through Community,” reflects the powerful connections that define our organization . TSA members uplift, support, and inspire one another, building meaningful relationships and creating opportunities that last far beyond our time as members . Your dedication, commitment, and spirit of unity make me incredibly prou

FAQs

Where are the TSA information desk and TSA store located, and when are they open?

The TSA information desk is located at the Potomac Ballroom registration desk with posted daily hours from June 22–25. The TSA store is in the Maryland Ballroom 1 & 2 with separate hours for June 23–25 (including a shorter Thursday window).

How can attendees get the free 2026 National TSA Conference t-shirt?

Bring the t-shirt ticket from the conference packet to the Prince George’s Exhibition Hall registration desk (Lower Atrium) during the specified Tuesday and Wednesday pickup hours.

What are the conference ribbon fulfillment rules?

Ribbon fulfillment is based on requests included with conference registrations made prior to May 14th. No ribbons are available onsite at the conference or at the information desk.

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